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Shrimp Scampi with Pesto Couscous (Sandra Lee) Recipe

Shrimp Scampi with Pesto Couscous (Sandra Lee) Recipe

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Shrimp Scampi with Pesto Couscous (Sandra Lee)

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Ingredients:

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1 small bunch basil, about 2 cups leaves
2 tbsp chopped garlic, divided
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup grated parmesan
1/3 cup canola oil , plus 1 tbsp
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups couscous
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 lemon, juiced
1 lb frozen raw shrimp, thawed, shelled, tails left on, and deveined
1 tbsp chopped parsley leaves

Directions:

In the bowl of a food processor pulse together the basil leaves, 1 tablespoon of the garlic, the walnuts, and the Parmesan. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in 1/3 cup of oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, bring 2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil. Remove from the heat, stir in the couscous, cover, and let it stand for 5 minutes, or while you cook the shrimp. (Reserve 1 cup of the couscous for Round 2 Recipe Couscous Stuffed Tomatoes.) When you are ready to serve, stir half the basil pesto into the couscous. (Reserve the remaining basil pesto for Round 2 Recipe Shrimp Bruschetta.)
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of canola oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds. Add the broth and lemon juice and cook until it bubbles. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, to taste, give it a good stir. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, about 4 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the parsley. (Reserve 10 shrimp for Round 2 Recipe Shrimp Bruschetta.) Transfer the couscous to a serving platter. Spoon the shrimp and sauce over the couscous and serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	842.49 Kcal (3527 kJ)
Calories from fat	420.92 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	46.77g	72%
Cholesterol	71.26mg	24%
Sodium	1510mg	63%
Potassium	351.18mg	7%
Total Carbs	85.86g	29%
Sugars	0.64g	3%
Dietary Fiber	5.72g	23%
Protein	22.54g	45%
Vitamin C	15.1mg	25%
Iron	2.7mg	15%
Calcium	170.1mg	17%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	215.91 Kcal (904 kJ)
Calories from fat	107.87 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	11.99g	72%
Cholesterol	18.26mg	24%
Sodium	386.97mg	63%
Potassium	90mg	7%
Total Carbs	22g	29%
Sugars	0.16g	3%
Dietary Fiber	1.47g	23%
Protein	5.78g	45%
Vitamin C	3.9mg	25%
Iron	0.7mg	15%
Calcium	43.6mg	17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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